• Stick it to Pests: The Power of Mass Trapping

  May 17, 2024

  need for traditional chemical insecticides. For example, consider the case of thrips . A single thrips can lay hundreds of eggs over the course of their [...] moving freely and limits their impact on different sections of the facility. For instance, consider a scenario where whiteflies are infesting a tomato crop in [...] the crop for mass trapping, at a rate of 2,000/ha. Space them throughout the crop in a grid-style pattern. In all cases where pest pressure is expected

• Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predator Mites!

  May 21, 2024

  lack the type of plant hairs needed for the predator mite to deposit its eggs. In these situations, Thripex is a better choice as there is no value to Swirski’s [...] decrease the possibility of a large infestation from developing. Remember, thrips pose a significant threat to a wide range of plant species throughout [...] (Frankliniella intonsa) all of which can be controlled by predatory mites . The primary predatory mites for the control of thrips are Swirski (Amblyseiulus

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 10, 2024

  he struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former CEO and son of Jan Koppert recalls. ‘His journey of exploration took him to [...] cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father was a cucumber grower battling with [...] the first production of predatory mites for the biological control of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to offer a biological solution in

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  necessity for chemical pesticides,'' as aptly summarized by Henri Volgering. Data-driven IPM Natutec Scout is a scouting tool for crops designed for accurate [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its core values: working for the growers. [...] Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern Mexico. Renowned for quality and committed to sustainability [...] well-being, they are a benchmark in the industry. Founded in 1950 by Don Luis Rodríguez Aviña, Rancho Los Pinos boasts over 70 years of agricultural expertise

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  layout and equipment make using larger application devices for biocontrol challenging, so finding a compact solution with extensive coverage was essential [...] plants, with Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application [...] labor savings in dispersing beneficial organisms – used for biological crop protection . "The device is lightweight, easy to handle, and quick to refill, making

• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  Horiver Cards used for? Horiver sticky cards are excellent tools for detecting and monitoring the presence of pests in a particular area of a crop. By placing [...] Horiver Dry: This card is more user-friendly because the traps leave no glue stain. Depending on color, it is effective for a number of pests including thrips [...] can: Track the number of insects caught Determine if the pest population is increasing or decreasing. This information is crucial for developing effective

• Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

  least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus thuringiensis can also have a good combatting effect.’ Staunch advocate Wolterinck BV is a staunch advocate of Entonem [...] Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  February 17, 2025

  agricultural companies, identifying the limitations of conventional pest control methods. In 2016, with a clear vision of sustainability and efficiency, he founded [...] and adapting to the dynamics of pests and their natural predators. "One of the most fascinating aspects of predatory mites is their adaptability. When the [...] adopting this model is overcoming the traditional mindset of immediate pest eradication. "In conventional agriculture, a chemical product is expected to eliminate

• An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

  July 17, 2024

  and make biological control a mainstream method in a growing number of crops. There is a world to win out there, and we are confident that our predatory [...] has gone on to explore and develop a range of predatory mites that can now be successfully applied to a wide range of crops, including vegetables, ornamentals [...] support and expertise for effective solutions for their crops and their peace of mind.’ Listening to growers ‘My grandfather was a grower and entrepreneur;